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UK//tɛl mi əˈbaʊt//US//tɛl mi əˈbaʊt//

Meaning of Tell me about

Request for information about a specific topic.

In simple words: Say or ask for information about something.

Tell me about in a sentence

  • Could you tell me about your new job?
  • Tell me about your favorite vacation destination.
  • I would love to hear you tell me about your experiences.
  • Please tell me about any updates on the project.
  • Tell me about the book you just read.
  • Can you tell me about the history of this town?
  • Tell me about your plans for the weekend.

How to use Tell me about

Used in conversations when asking someone to share information. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

tell + object + about + object

Memory hint

Imagine a friend saying, 'Tell me!' while pointing to a storybook.

Related words

Collocations with Tell me about

  • tell me about your day
  • tell me about the event
  • tell me about your family

Synonyms for Tell me about

Common mistakes with Tell me about

  • Omitting 'me' can make it sound too direct or rude.
  • Using 'tell me on' instead of 'tell me about'.
  • Confusing with 'talk to me about', which is more conversational.

Compare Tell me about with Describe, Discuss

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Frequently asked questions about Tell me about

What does Tell me about mean?

Say or ask for information about something.

What is the definition of Tell me about?

Request for information about a specific topic.

How do you use Tell me about in a sentence?

Could you tell me about your new job?

Can you give another example of Tell me about?

Tell me about your favorite vacation destination.

What are synonyms for Tell me about?

Common alternatives include inform me about, describe, discuss, brief me on, enlighten me about.

What words go with Tell me about?

It commonly pairs with tell me about your day, tell me about the event, tell me about your family.

What are common mistakes when using Tell me about?

Omitting 'me' can make it sound too direct or rude. Using 'tell me on' instead of 'tell me about'. Confusing with 'talk to me about', which is more conversational.

How do you pronounce Tell me about?

US: //tɛl mi əˈbaʊt//, UK: //tɛl mi əˈbaʊt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tell me about?

Used in conversations when asking someone to share information. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.